Still collapsing after all these years: Einstürzende Neubauten on their fifth decade as a Berlin legend
Einstürzende Neubauten, the influential German band, continues to evolve as they enter their fifth decade. With the recent addition of bassist Josefine Lukschy, the band is adapting to changes following the departure of long-time member Alexander Hacke. Their latest album, Rampen, reflects a new chapter for the band, showcasing their commitment to innovation in the industrial music genre.
- ▪Einstürzende Neubauten has been a defining force in German music for nearly five decades.
- ▪The band recently welcomed bassist Josefine Lukschy, marking their first new member since 1997.
- ▪Alexander Hacke left the band due to personal and professional differences, prompting the search for a replacement.
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Blixa Bargeld delivers vocals with Einstürzende Neubauten at the Rewire festival in the Hague last month. Photograph: Jan RijkView image in fullscreenBlixa Bargeld delivers vocals with Einstürzende Neubauten at the Rewire festival in the Hague last month. Photograph: Jan RijkEinstürzende NeubautenInterviewStill collapsing after all these years: Einstürzende Neubauten on their fifth decade as a Berlin legendAida BaghernejadThe band’s newest member, Josefine Lukschy, was born the year their fifth album was released.
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